What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal is to train and subway via Edinburgh Waverley which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal is to train and subway which takes 2h 2m and costs £30 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and South Shields Ferry Terminal?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at South Shields via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal?

The distance between Edinburgh and South Shields Ferry Terminal is 134 miles. The road distance is 114.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 2m and costs £30 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal train from?

Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal train arrive?

Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal.

Where can I stay near South Shields Ferry Terminal?

There are 1968+ hotels available in South Shields Ferry Terminal.

Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal by train, subway, bus, ferry, or car

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
2h 2m
£32–84
Train, subway via Edinburgh Waverley
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Take the subway from Central Station to South Shieldssubway Yel
2h 7m
£25–39
Bus, line 307 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Haymarket Bus Station to Waterville Road-Coach Lanebus 307
3. Take the ferry from North Shields Ferry Terminal to South Shields Ferry Terminalferry
4h 19m
Drive 113.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminalcar 113.7 mi
2h 25m
£29–42

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Distance: 133.7 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and South Shields Ferry Terminal, England?

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to South Shields Ferry Terminal. However, you can take the train to Newcastle, walk to Central Station, take the subway to South Shields, then walk to South Shields Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to South Shields Ferry Terminal via John Dobson Street, Haymarket Bus Station, Waterville Road-Coach Lane, and North Shields Ferry Terminal in around 4h 19m.

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